Events in October 2018
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Community ASL Class
Community ASL Class
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October 1, 2018Community ASL Classes will be held regularly on Mondays during the 2018-2019 academic year. Please join us for Orientation on Monday, September 24th, to learn more about the classes and reserve your spot as a participant.
More details and full schedule will be available after the Orientation on September 24th.
For more information, please contact:
Alyson Urdahl, alyson.urdahl@wsd.k12.wi.usWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115DHH PlaygroupsDHH Playgroups
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October 1, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Roots-N-Wings (RNW)
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October 1, 2018Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304 -
Little Listeners
Little Listeners
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October 3, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Music-N-MotionMusic-N-Motion
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October 3, 2018Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304American Sign Language (ASL) IAmerican Sign Language (ASL) I
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October 3, 2018Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018.Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304 -
Prepping, It's Not Just for the End of the World! Training for Educational Interpreters
Prepping, It's Not Just for the End of the World! Training for Educational Interpreters
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October 4, 2018Topics Include
- Updates on Ed. Terp Licensing
- What can Outreach do for you?
- Prepping Resources available
Please RSVP by October 1, 2018.
RSVP or for more information, please contact:
Keith Burisek, keith.burisek@wesp-dhh.wi.gov, 262-749-6748 (text/voice)L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, Eau Claire Room400 Eau Claire St.Eau Claire, WI 54701 -
DHH Playgroups
DHH Playgroups
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October 8, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Roots-N-Wings (RNW)
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October 8, 2018Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304 -
DPI Annual State Superintendent’s Conference on Special Education & Pupil Services Leadership Issues
DPI Annual State Superintendent’s Conference on Special Education & Pupil Services Leadership Issues
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October 9, 2018Glacier Canyon Lodge & Conference Center, Wilderness Resort45 Hillman Rd.Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 -
Little Listeners
Little Listeners
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October 10, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Music-N-MotionMusic-N-Motion
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October 10, 2018Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304American Sign Language (ASL) IAmerican Sign Language (ASL) I
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October 10, 2018Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018.Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304 -
College & Transition Fair
College & Transition Fair
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October 11, 2018Calling all youth who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind (and your families, and your educational staff)!
YOU are invited to attend the 2018 College & Transition Fair for students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deafblind. FREE EVENT!
- A limited number of student interpreters will also be available
- An email RSVP would be appreciated
- Invited IHE and agencies include: UW of Wisconsin, Technical Colleges, State Departments (ODHH, DVR) Independent Living Centers, Interpreting Agencies, JobCorps, Goodwill, as well as programs specializing in DHH, and many more!
For more information, please contact:
Maryann Barnett, Outreach Transition Coordinator, maryannbarnett@wesp-dhh.wi.gov or 262-728-7194D.C. Everest Professional Development Center1480 County Road XXRothschild, WI -
College & Transition Fair
College & Transition Fair
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October 12, 2018Calling all youth who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind (and your families, and your educational staff)!
YOU are invited to attend the 2018 College & Transition Fair for students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deafblind. FREE EVENT!
- A limited number of student interpreters will also be available
- An email RSVP would be appreciated
- Invited IHE and agencies include: UW of Wisconsin, Technical Colleges, State Departments (ODHH, DVR) Independent Living Centers, Interpreting Agencies, JobCorps, Goodwill, as well as programs specializing in DHH, and many more!
For more information, please contact:
Maryann Barnett, Outreach Transition Coordinator, maryannbarnett@wesp-dhh.wi.gov or 262-728-7194Wisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115 -
DHH Playgroups
DHH Playgroups
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October 15, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Roots-N-Wings (RNW)
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October 15, 2018Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304 -
TIG Transition Academy
TIG Transition Academy
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October 16, 2018The Transition Academy events will be packed with information relating to all areas of transition. This conference is perfect for all, whether you are an educator, paraprofessional, parent, youth, or agency member.
Topics will include:
- Community Based Employment
- Postsecondary Education
- Transition Best Practices
- Rural Transition Practices
- Transition Partnerships
- Mental Health/Health
- Culturally Responsive Practices for Transition
- Family Engagement
- Self Advocacy in Transition
For more information, please contact:
Pam Jenson, pam.jenson@cesa2.org or 608-921-1400Glacier Canyon Lodge & Conference Center, Wilderness Resort45 Hillman Rd.Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 -
TIG Transition Academy
TIG Transition Academy
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October 17, 2018The Transition Academy events will be packed with information relating to all areas of transition. This conference is perfect for all, whether you are an educator, paraprofessional, parent, youth, or agency member.
Topics will include:
- Community Based Employment
- Postsecondary Education
- Transition Best Practices
- Rural Transition Practices
- Transition Partnerships
- Mental Health/Health
- Culturally Responsive Practices for Transition
- Family Engagement
- Self Advocacy in Transition
For more information, please contact:
Pam Jenson, pam.jenson@cesa2.org or 608-921-1400Glacier Canyon Lodge & Conference Center, Wilderness Resort45 Hillman Rd.Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965Little ListenersLittle Listeners
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October 17, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Music-N-MotionMusic-N-Motion
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October 17, 2018Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304American Sign Language (ASL) IAmerican Sign Language (ASL) I
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October 17, 2018Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018.Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304 -
DHH Playgroups
DHH Playgroups
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October 22, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Parent-N-Parent Networking ProgramParent-N-Parent Networking Program
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October 22, 2018Facilitators: Michelle Kihntopf, Parent and Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator
Register
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Enhancing the circle of support! PARENT-N-PARENT (PNP) Networking links parents with parents who have “been there” and have agreed to share their stories, experiences, expertise and advice. PNP connections strive to motivate and empower families to best support their young deaf and hard of hearing children.
Led by a parent facilitator and a deaf educator, parents network with other parents; guest presenters join PNP meetings on occasion; and volunteers play/socialize with the children.
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Roots-N-Wings (RNW)
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October 22, 2018Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304 -
Little Listeners
Little Listeners
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October 24, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Music-N-MotionMusic-N-Motion
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October 24, 2018Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304American Sign Language (ASL) IAmerican Sign Language (ASL) I
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October 24, 2018Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018.Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304 -
FAQ for Educational Interpreters - New Licensing Requirements
FAQ for Educational Interpreters - New Licensing Requirements
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October 26, 2018More details coming soon
Glendale Elementary School1201 Tompkins Dr.Madison, WI 53716 -
Program Support Teacher (PST) Meeting for D/HH Professionals - Comprehensive Evaluation
Program Support Teacher (PST) Meeting for D/HH Professionals - Comprehensive Evaluation
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October 29, 2018The purpose of D/HH and Educational Audiologist Program Support Teacher (PST) Meetings is to provide deaf education professionals with updates from the Department of Public Instruction, current information related to topics in deaf education, and opportunities to learn from statewide peers in the field. PST meetings are scheduled several times throughout the year.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Zoom Meeting*
*In response to stakeholder input, we are offering the DHH PST meetings in a new format. All professionals working with DHH students are invited to participate. Opportunities to provide feedback on meetings and the new platform will be provided at the close of each meeting.
For more information, please contact:
Jennifer Meyer, jennifer.meyer@wesp-dhh.wi.govOnline, via ZoomDHH PlaygroupsDHH Playgroups
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October 29, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Roots-N-Wings (RNW)
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October 29, 2018Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304 -
Little Listeners
Little Listeners
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October 31, 2018Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Music-N-MotionMusic-N-Motion
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October 31, 2018Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304American Sign Language (ASL) IAmerican Sign Language (ASL) I
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October 31, 2018Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018.Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304
